Here are 10 of the spookiest flicks to make the next few days of vacay a weekend-long — yikes! — nightmare!

The Halloween season is here and with the long weekend approaching, it’s indeed the best time to enjoy some horror and thriller guilty pleasures in peace and (creepy) quiet.

PLDT Home customers can easily watch many of these blockbusters on Lionsgate Play by simply activating their free Lionsgate Play vouchers online until June 1, 2023. With every activation, PLDT Home customers will not only enjoy a scare-fest — they’ll also get the chance to win special prizes including a 65” LG OLED TV as part of the monthly raffle promo.

So, get your Lionsgate Play app and popcorn ready. 

Here are 10 of the spookiest flicks to make the next few days of vacay a weekend-long — yikes! — nightmare! 

Saw (movie series)

There are now nine Saw movies in the psychological thriller franchise featuring the serial killer Jigsaw. With the titular character testing his victims’ will to survive and skill at sawing off their limbs to find the key for their restraints, the Saw series takes you to witness the poor victims’ horrifying self-mutilation to save their loved ones. Lionsgate Play features Saw II, Saw IV, Saw VI, Saw: The Final Chapter, and Jigsaw.

  (Photo credits: Twisted Pictures)

Scream 4

The Scream franchise that started in 1996 produced one of the most popular Halloween costumes in history — Ghostface. In this fourth installment, Sidney Prescott from the first film’s set of protagonists returns to Woodsboro where the Ghostface Killer once terrorized. She is keen to promote her self-help book and to meet some old friends — and perhaps including an old friend. 

(Photo credits: The Weinstein Company)

 

The Grudge 2 and The Grudge 3

The sequels to the supernatural horror The Grudge follow the curse that’s born when someone dies in extreme rage or sorrow. The curse is an entity created where the death occurs and is passed from one victim to another. In TheGrudge 2, the protagonists become haunted by Kayako (who was killed in a horrific manner in the first movie) all while trying to put an end to the curse. The Grudge 3 is set after the events of the second installment, with Kayako’s ghost attacking the protagonist in an asylum. The curse from the original film continues with new characters becoming possessed.

(Photo credits: Columbia Pictures and Ghost House Pictures)

 

The Mist

Based on the novella by Stephen King, The Mist is a science-fiction horror film released in 2007. It revolves around a group of people from a small town in Maine who gets trapped in a supermarket following a power outage. An unnatural mist descends on the town and conceals monsters as tension rise among the survivors. Not only is this film chockful of scares — it also shows how the fear of the unknown and desperation can wreak havoc on one’s emotions.

(Photo credits: Dimension Films, Darkwoods Productions, and The Weinstein Company)

Open Water 2: Adrift

A treat for fans of psychological thrillers, the story revolves around a group of friends who jump off a yacht to swim, but with no one having lowered the ladder for them to get back. Two people and a baby are on the boat until only the baby is left aboard. Hysteria, fighting, and deaths occur while they tread water and try to figure out how to survive. Lionsgate also features Open Water, the original film based on the true story of divers finding themselves marooned in shark-infested waters.

 

(Photo credits: Orange Pictures and Shotgun Pictures)

 

The Perfect Student

The crime thriller begins when a student is brutally murdered on campus and her body is thrown into the ocean. The police suspect her roommate Jordan, but well-respected criminology professor Nicole Johnson believes someone is trying to frame her student. She begins her own investigation to prove Jordan’s innocence. After she gets Jordan released, the professor finds herself in danger with doubts beginning to surface around the crime.

 (Photo credits: Renegade Pictures)

 

The Messengers

Produced by Sami Raimi mostly known for his horror and superhero genre work, this film features a family that moves into a house in North Dakota where a family murder had occurred. Supernatural things manifest in the new homeowners’ midst – with ghosts of the mother and her children appearing and black crows attacking. The new family soon discovers the horrifying secret of the farmhand that will put their entire family in danger. Lionsgate Play also features the prequel Messengers 2: The Scarecrow.

(Photo credits: Takashi Seida/ Screen Gems, Ghost House Pictures, and Columbia Pictures)

 

Wrong Turn    

A man crashes his car on his way to a job interview and meets some others who are on a hiking trip. The group splits up with some venturing off into the woods — only to meet a group of mountain dwellers who now find them a threat. Expect suspense and gory chills in the backwoods as a fight for survival ensues.

(Photo credits: Twentieth Century Fox and Regency Enterprises)

 

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

The sequel to one of the scariest movies ever made features four young fans researching mythology and mass hysteria. They go on tour in the woods where the first movie was filmed, and various strange things happen as they descend into a night of murder, madness, and perception-bending supernatural horror. Scared out of their wits and questioned by the police later, they have their accounts contradicted by film footage that shows them committing rather horrific acts. Lionsgate Play also features the original film The Blair Witch Project.

 (Photo credits: Artisan Entertainment)

 

Begin the scary binge with your family and friends at home only on Lionsgate Play powered by PLDT Home’s fastest internet speeds. By activating your Lionsgate Play voucher that’s exclusive with PLDT Home, you not only get to enjoy Lionsgate’s wide range of world-class shows – you also have a chance to win special smart home gadgets including an Anker Nebula Capsule II, a Samsung Freestyle projector, and an 65” LG OLED TV. Visit https://pldthome.com/lionsgateplay-activation-raffle to join the promo.

Mang Inasal, the country's Grill Expert, ends its month-long Ihaw Fest with a special Week 4 Ihaw-Sarap

Mang Inasal, the country's Grill Expert, ends its month-long Ihaw Fest with a special Week 4 Ihaw-Sarap, Unli-Saya Deal running from October 29 to November 4.

 

Customers can enjoy P40 discount when they order Mang Inasal’s Chicken Inasal Paa Large Family Size via takeout or delivery.

Pay only P349 if you takeout and P391 when you avail the offer via delivery through the Mang Inasal Delivery App, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph, GrabFood or foodpanda.  

 

Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com for the latest updates, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media!

Cartoon Network goes all-out by transforming into the ultimate Halloween viewing destination

Shriektober has arrived! Kids of all ages can enjoy some of the best tricks and treats on Cartoon Network and HBO GO from October 22 all the way to Halloween on October 31.

 

But that’s not all! Because on October 29 to 31, Cartoon Network goes all-out by transforming into the ultimate Halloween viewing destination with fresh and scary episodes of beloved shows, and the premiere of a spooky new movie – Happy Halloween, Scooby-Doo! on October 29. 

 

Ready the candy and brace for the chaos that comes with Cartoon Network’s must-see Halloween event! From new shows to delight younger kids, to movies the whole family can enjoy, check out some of the hair-raising and spine-tingling episodes coming to Cartoon Network.

Discover A Big Superhero Show Made for The Little Ones 

 

Little ones can learn all about teamwork, friendship, and self-confidence by tagging along with the Batwheels – an awesome group of sentient super-powered crime fighting vehicles defending Gotham City alongside Batman, Robin, Batgirl, and more DC Super Heroes.

Created by the Batcomputer, the Batwheels are essentially kids with little to no life experience. Led by Bam (The Batmobile), this relatable and aspirational series follows the Batwheels as they learn the ins and outs of being a super team as well as the growing pains that come with being a kid. 

 

Batwheels is the newest show on Cartoonito – a programming “block” every morning that shows content designed for kids from the ages of two to five years old. Based on the educational framework of Humancentric Learning, Cartoonito aims to empower every child to embrace their unique selves and encourages them to interact with others with empathy and respect. 

 

Catch Batwheels on weekends at 8:30AM with repeats at 6:15PM pm Cartoon Network or on the Cartoonito hub on HBO GO.

 

 

Catch Shriektober Specials for Older Kids 

 

It wouldn’t be Shriektober without a host of Halloween specials bringing their share of frights and delights. Catch Halloween-themed episodes of favorites such as We Bare Bears (1:45PM), The Amazing World of Gumball(2:45PM), Teen Titans Go! (3:15PM), Summer Camp Island (7:15PM), The Tom and Jerry Show (8:15PM), Adventure Time (10:15PM), and Regular Show (11:15PM, October 29 to 30) all from October 29 to 31 on Cartoon Network or streaming on HBO GO.

 

 

Sleuth Around With Scooby-Doo! and The Gang 

 

Zoinks! Scooby-Doo fans of all ages, get ready to solve some mysteries with the premiere of Happy Halloween, Scooby-Doo! happening at noon on October 29. 

 

With fake monsters and candy galore, Halloween is Scooby-Doo and Shaggy’s favorite holiday. However, things turn sour when their neighborhood pumpkin patch is infected by toxic ooze – creating high-flying jack-o-lanterns and a king-sized pumpkin leader squashing everything in its path. With the help of Bill Nye the Science Guy and Elvira, Mistress of The Dark, it’s up to Scooby-Doo and the gang to solve this mystery of gigantic proportions and save Crystal Cove!

 

More Scooby-Doo adventures will be coming your way as Scooby-Doo! And The Gourmet Ghost (12:15PM, October 30), and Scooby-Doo! Return To Zombie Island (12:15PM, October 31) will be bringing the scares as well. All this and more Scooby-Doo! films on HBO GO.

  

Up Your Halloween Game and Go Trick-or-Treating with the Batwheels Squad

Meet Batwheels’ Bam, Redbird, and Prank when you drop by the U.P Town Center and Ayala Malls The 30^th from October 29 – November 1 this Halloween. Be in your best Halloween superhero costume and strike a pose with the Batwheels squad as they join the Halloween festivities. Stand a chance to win exclusive Cartoon Network Batwheels goodie bag when you post your most creative photos on your social media. Follow the Cartoonito Asia Facebook and Instagram accounts for more details of the contest.

 

Stream or download Batwheels and our Shriektober specials on HBO GO now. Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.

Pru Life UK continues to make life and health protection products even more accessible to Filipinos

Leading life insurer Pru Life UK continues to make life and health protection products even more accessible to Filipinos as it recently opened several agency offices in Metro Manila and Laguna. 

 

Alpine Falcon Life Insurance Agency Inc. opened its office at B-12, Regalena Building, 9049 National Highway, Brgy. Turbina, Calamba, Laguna to serve more of Pru Life UK's customers.  

 

Meanwhile, two general agency offices welcomed Pru Life UK customers in Makati City. Skyeline Summit Life Insurance Agency Inc. unveiled its office at Sfo-D (2d) Classica Condominium, 112 H.V. Dela Costa Street, Salcedo Village and Rising Eagle Dynasty Life Insurance Agency Inc. started operations at Unit D, Ground Floor, Belvedere Tower Bdlg., San Miguel Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

 

Pru Life UK is the number one life insurer in the Philippines for two consecutive years in terms of new business annual premium equivalent (NBAPE) according to the Insurance Commission’s 2021 ranking. As of this year, Pru Life UK has over 190 branches and has the biggest life agency force of more than 33,000 licensed agents ready to serve Filipinos with their financial needs.

Rising Eagle Dynasty Life Insurance Agency Inc.

Board of Director and Unit Manager Michael Angelo Corral, Board of Director and Unit Manager Darwin Panganiban, Board of Director and Business Manager Michelle Panganiban, Corporate Secretary and Business Manager Jeric Kim Salcedo, District Manager Jonash Go, General Agency President and Unit Manager Jose Calmerin Jr., Jocelyn Go, Treasurer and Business Manager Charmaine Anne Manango, Board of Director and Unit Manager Kristina Mae Corpuz, Board of Director and Unit Manager Ericson Rodil and Vice President and Lead General Agency Director Esperanza Gregorio

 

                

Alpine Falcon Life Insurance Agency Inc.

(Front row, from left) Pru Life UK General Manager and Chief Commercial Officer Gilbert Simpao with Alpine Falcon Life Insurance Agency Inc. President and Unit Manager Dulce Rhea Buling, Sales Director Joseph Crisostomo and Assistant Vice President and General Agency Director Dennis Berino (Second row, from left) Unit Manager Joshua Halili, Branch Manager Maria Lourdes Mogar and Vice President and Lead General Agency Director Esperanza Gregorio (Third row, from left) Lead Sales Director Carlo Verano, Quartz District Manager Teresita Robles, Vice President and Sector Head Blesila Garcia and Branch Manager Felomidez Sumalde

 

Skyeline Summit Life Insurance Agency Inc.

(Front row, from left) District Manager Jonash Go (middle) flanked by husband & wife Board Director Melvin Crusem and Unit Manager and General Agency President Cielo Grace Crusem (Back row, from left) Assistant Unit Manager and Board Director Jefferson Celso, Assistant Unit Manager and Board Director Carson Bryan Tatlonghari, Unit Manager and Board Director Mary Babe Romero, Board Director Jocelyn Go, Vice President and Lead General Agency Director Esperanza Gregorio, Assistant Unit Manager and Board Director Mary Joy Calangi 

 

 

To know more about Pru Life UK you can visit their website at https://www.prulifeuk.com.ph/

Because Kilay is Life! Careline Cosmetics offers a quick and easy guide to get that amazing brow look

 

We all know that kilay is life! But we also know that it usually takes a lot of time and effort to achieve gorgeous, fuller-looking eyebrows, not to mention the money we usually spend on multiple products to get that enviable eyebrow look. 

 

Not to worry! To help you pull off fuller eyebrows, Careline Cosmetics offers a quick and easy guide to get that amazing brow look.

Choose the product that works for you.   Sometimes, all it takes is one great product to achieve gorgeous eyebrows. Luckily, Careline Cosmetics offers Fiber Brow, a brow mascara infused with microfibers that are designed to fill in the sparse parts of the eyebrows to make them look fuller and natural. Aside from the infusion of microfibers, Fiber Brow is specially formulated with a buildable pigment and long-wearing formula. It’s also enriched with hyaluronic acid to boost the growth of your eyebrow hairs, and glycerin to keep them healthy and hydrated. 

 

With eyebrow products, it’s also important to choose the right color. Fiber Brow comes in two colors: soft brown and ash brown. Ash brown is best for black, gray, and dark-colored hair while soft brown is recommended for brown, blonde, and light-colored hair. Makeup experts also recommend mixing colors if you need to get a closer match to your eyebrow hair, and for the affordable price of P195, you can get both shades if you need to. All in the name of beauty!

 

Be sure to follow the correct technique. Just as important as the eyebrow product is your makeup technique, especially if you want your brows to look natural. Apply the Fiber Brow following the direction of your hair. If you want more coverage and volume, swipe it against your hair’s opposite direction first, then in the natural direction. Either way, it’s best to use small, hair-like flicking motions to apply eyebrow products. Avoid single and long strokes when applying brow makeup. 

 

Blend well. For a perfect finish, don’t forget to blend well. Brush your eyebrows with a spoolie, or spread the mascara with an angled brush. For added convenience, Fiber Brow’s applicator is a spoolie brush that can help blend the product. 

 

Whether you’re a brow makeup expert or a beginner, Careline Fiber Brow can elevate your look while simplifying your brow beauty regimen, making it quick, easy, and affordable. 

 

Careline Fiber Brow is available at Watsons, The SM Store - Beauty Section, Robinsons Department Store - Beauty Section, Puregold, and other retail stores nationwide. It’s also available online at Shopee (bit.ly/CarelineShopeePH) and Lazada  (bit.ly/CarelineLazada). 

 

For more updates and makeup tips, follow Careline on Facebook – (facebook.com/CarelineCosmetics), Instagram (instagram.com/carelineph), TikTok  (tiktok.com/@carelineph), and join the Careline community (facebook.com/groups/carelinegang).

 

Ayala Land Inc. and Make It Makati launched its It All Happens in Makati campaign

Makatizens and visitors all flocked to Paseo de Roxas last weekend as Ayala Land Inc. and Make It Makati launched its It All Happens in Makati campaign with a dynamic street meet that brought together some of the city’s well known and best kept food and lifestyle offerings and establishments. 

 

The event showcased how multifaceted Makati is – being far beyond just the financial center it is most known for. From well-followed incognito food critic “Masarap ba?” pop quiz, insider information on the city’s secret spots, free-flowing Heineken Silver beer, to rousing sets by The Authority band, and great beats by DJ Agnes, the launch was a fitting start to a slew of things to come.   

     

David Celdran and Nicole Andersson, both Makati enthusiasts, served as event hosts and revealed some insights and their very own faves about the world-class city. We all know that everything happens in Makati, but the event proved that there’s even more to look forward to. 

 

Makaturismo’s Ichi Yabut presented details on the interesting and fun Makati walking tours and their collaboration underlining that “There is so much to see around Makati, and it truly is a destination.” JC Cailles of Fine Dining Manila announced teaming up with Make It Makati as their new “resident fine dining guy”. Everyone can anticipate regular content from him on their social media pages, as well as a sure to be awaited Makati fine dining guide in the works. Make It Makati is also collaborating with Jungo TV to launch an exclusive channel to provide more interactive content to the public. 

 

Ayala Land Estate Head for Makati Shiella Aguilar spoke about the ever-changing Makati skyline, particularly the newest additions including Tower Two within the Ayala Triangle Gardens, which design-wise blends the architecture of a premier office building with that of the green space of the gardens. There is also the Samsung Performing Arts Theater at Circuit Makati, and One Ayala, a terminal to ensure better commuting experiences for Makatizens with its queueing system and various loading bays. 

 

With everything featured at the It All Happens in Makati Grandest Street Event, Ayala Land Estates Head of Marketing and Communications Chrissy Roa said that “Makati is truly a special place and I am happy that we can now talk about it as a lifestyle destination. More than just being a financial capital, Makati is a dynamic city with countless places of interest for art, culture, food and leisure. Makati is a beautiful fusion of the older classics and the younger, innovative features and offerings.”

 

Keep up-to-date as It All Happens in Makati, and discover the ins and outs of the city @MakeItMakati on Facebook and Instagram.

 

Midea shares this simple guide to help you keep your newly washed clothes and fabrics clean, fresh, and vibrant

During the rainy season, almost everyone has experienced having at least one batch of laundry that takes ages to dry. With the weather becoming increasingly unpredictable these days, how do you keep your clothes and fabric fresh, clean, and maintain their kulob-free smell?

 

Midea (pronounced mai-dia), the leader in intelligent, and surprisingly friendly home solutions, shares this simple guide to help you keep your newly washed clothes and fabrics clean, fresh, and vibrant even when the monsoon hits.

Choose the right washing cycle and mode. With so many different options available to us, it’s important to choose the correct spin cycle for the clothes we’re washing. For a more hassle-free washing experience, there’s the Midea 8.5Kg Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine that automatically calculates and determines the spin duration, water program, water level, and the number of rinses that your clothes need. This washer also has 8 different wash programs to assist you in washing your clothes properly and easily such as Standard, Quick, Bulky, Delicates, Intensive, Mini Wash, Jeans, and Dump Dry options. All these come with an energy-efficient washing experience, thanks to its inverter function, making your washing experience more efficient and less time-consuming.

 

Hot water gets the job done. When it comes to washing your workout pants, socks, and undergarments to name a few, hot water can be the best option for thoroughly cleaning  dirt and odors. To help you better take care of your clothes and leave them smelling clean and fresh the next day, you can start off with the Midea’s 12/8Kg Fully Automatic Front Load Combo Washing Machine which has a built-in water heater that allows you to adjust the water temperature from 30°C up to 75°C to efficiently remove dirt, bacteria, and odor from fabrics, and give you clothes are free from amoy-kulob, even during the rainy season. Say no more to clutter and unorganized laundry stack as this washer also comes with 16 pre-set functions such as Cotton, Delicate, ECO Wash, Rapid, Stain Wash, Jeans, Normal, Duvet, Dry Only, Auto Clean, Shoes, Towel, Antiallergic, Silent, Spin Only, and My Cycle. This 2-in-1 washer also has 1 hour wash-spin-dry cycle function so you can experience the best of both worlds and enjoy more cozy moments with your family!

 

Keep your washing machine dirt and clog-free. A dirty washing machine is the perfect environment for mold and bacterial growth, as well as grime buildup so if you continue to wash your clothes in a not-so-clean washing machine, your clothes can get stained and come out with a not-so-pleasant smell. This is where theMidea 13KG Twin Tub can help. This twin tub has a superb built feature which means it’s made from a highly durable plastic body that cannot be easily nipped away by dirt and clog, and is also rustproof. Plus, it comes with Magic Lint Filter that helps trap loose threads, leftover trash, sequins, and buttons so it won’t interfere with the cleaning process.

Go for the efficient inverter washer.  When you have loads of dirty clothes to wash, especially in this damp weather, time and electricity consumption are important considerations. The faster you can do your laundry, the more power and time you save. This is where Midea 7.5kg Front Load Washer Inverter can become your best laundry buddy. This washer comes with an inverter function that gives an energy-efficient washing experience – that means it uses the least amount of power without sacrificing its cleaning performance. The Auto-Clean function of this front load also has a high-speed water flow that clears dirt residues off the inner and outer drum to prevent secondary pollution of the clothes. Plus, with its 15 quick wash feature, you can wrap up your laundry time in just 15 minutes – more time to spend relaxing or bonding with your family! Not only that, but Midea washers are also strategically installed with Piso Wash features. This means that when you use Midea’s home-friendly solutions, the electricity cost per wash load is equivalent to only PHP1.00! 

 

By making just a few tweaks and twists to your routine and choosing the right washing appliance, you will know how to keep your laundry fresh during the rainy season and not let the rain dampen your plans.  Another useful tip is to use a dehumidifier like the Midea Cube Dehumidifier to keep away the dampness and kulob-smell on your clothes while making sure you’re home environment is safe from moisture. Wherever corner you are in your home, you can conveniently keep dampness away by simply controlling this humidifier through the Midea Air app. 

 

Get rid of those kulob-smelling clothes effortlessly during the rainy season with Midea. Midea’s products are available at the following Midea Philippines online flagship stores: Midea Lazmall: https://bit.ly/MideaLazmallPage Midea ShopeeMall: https://shopee.ph/mideaphilippines, and Midea Official Online Store: https://www.shop-mideaphilippines.com. You can also check out more Midea intelligent home solutions at leading appliance stores nationwide or visit any of these sites - Facebook: MideaPhilippines;  Instagram: mideaph; Youtube: Midea Philippines Official and on TikTok: mideaphilippines